Nov 14 2007
Small steps can lead to extreme life changes
(NC)-Exercise, combined with a balanced diet, is the best way to maintain a healthy weight and is extremely important for people with arthritis.
“A 10 pound weight loss now can cut the amount of osteoarthritis years later by as much as 50 per cent,” said Dr. Arthur Bookman, former chair of The Arthritis Society’s medical advisory committee. “If you are just starting, consult your doctor first.”
Exercise can help to keep the bones, joints, and muscles of a person with arthritis healthy. People can start to exercise at any age, even if they have not exercised much in the past - ways to get started can be found at www.arthritis.ca/lifestyle.
Regular exercise can:
. reduce the symptoms of arthritis and result in less pain;
. improve walking;
. improve and maintain mood;
. help maintain a healthy weight.
Credit: www.newscanada.com
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